Junior Global Sourcing Manager (m/f/d) – Eltville am Rhein, on site

livecookintable® is a leading innovator and manufacturer of modular solutions for the hospitality, foodservice, and event industries. Our award-winning products set new standards in design, functionality, and sustainability, serving hotels, restaurants, convention centers, stadiums, cruise lines, corporate dining facilities, healthcare, and educational institutions worldwide.

You're looking to take the next step in your career and grow into a global sourcing expert. Whether you have already gained first professional experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain management, or have recently completed your studies, you bring curiosity, initiative, and a hands‑on mindset.

Experience in the hospitality, FF&E, furniture, or commercial kitchen equipment industries is highly advantageous , as it will help you quickly understand our products, suppliers, and market environment. Experience working with international suppliers, manufacturers, or sourcing projects is also a strong plus.

Your Responsibilities

• You research new suppliers and manufacturers in Europe, Asia, and North America and help build our worldwide supplier network.
• You review and qualify potential partners, request documents and certificates, and document your findings.
• You prepare requests for quotation, compare offers, and put together decision documents for pricing and contract negotiations.
• You contribute to negotiations and, as your experience grows, take over your own product groups and supplier relationships.
• You monitor sourcing markets, price developments, and new manufacturing options for FF&E, hospitality and contract furniture, as well as commercial kitchen and foodservice equipment.
• You support the initial sampling of new parts and align specifications with engineering and product development.
• You evaluate existing suppliers based on quality, on-time delivery, and cost competitiveness, and derive development measures from your findings.
• You join factory visits, supplier audits, and international sourcing trips together with experienced colleagues.

Your Profile

• First professional experience in inside sales, order processing, logistics, or purchasing – ideally in a technical or manufacturing environment
• Interest in international supplier markets, manufacturing processes, and cost structures, and the drive to build real expertise here
• Initial exposure to FF&E, hospitality furniture, commercial kitchen equipment, or foodservice equipment is a plus, not a requirement – we will train you on our product world
• Confident handling of MS Office, particularly Excel
• Very good German and English language skills; additional languages are an advantage
• Self‑motivated, structured working style with strong communication skills and the confidence to speak with suppliers directly
• Willingness to travel internationally on a regular basis

What We Offer

• Long‑term contract with a fast‑growing and innovative international company
• Structured onboarding and a clear development path toward a Sourcing Manager role
• Significant responsibility and real influence on our global sourcing strategy
• Exciting international projects, short decision‑making processes, and an entrepreneurial culture
• Competitive compensation package and attractive benefits